27 Juice and Smoothie Recipes
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Smoothies, juices, and more
Just about everyone loves a freshly pressed juice or refreshing smoothie—what's not to like? They taste great, pack a serious punch when it comes to vitamins and minerals, and offer a healthy way to boost your energy. Plus you can be as creative as you want, mixing and matching your favorite fruits, veggies, and add-ins. Your made-to-order drink can be silky smooth, thick and creamy, or even have a bit of texture. (Chia seeds, we're looking at you.)
So check out some of our favorite recipes to get the creative (and nutritious) juices flowing.
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Banana-Maple Smoothie
Calories: 304 calories per 1-cup smoothie
Prep time: 5 minutes
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Mango and Maca Smoothie
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This smoothie calls for hemp or almond milk, so it’s ideal for you if you prefer a dairy-free smoothie. Coconut or cashew milk would also work well.
Ingredients: Unsweetened hemp milk or almond milk, lemon juice, fresh mangoes, dried mango, almond butter, flaxseeds, maca powder, vanilla extract, pitted dates, Himalayan salt
Calories: 265
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Coconut-Kale-Ginger Juice
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Tropical Treat Smoothie
Calories: 310 calories per one and one-quarter cup serving
Prep time: 7 minutes
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Immune Booster Juice
This orange, grapefruit, and kiwi juice is packed with vitamin C, which protects against immune deficiencies, and vitamin K, which supports healthy bones. This juice also boasts 6 grams of good-for-your-tummy fiber.
Calories: 156 calories per 1 cup serving
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Double C Smoothie
This immune-boosting blend is a great source of vitamin C and calcium, combining kiwi, papaya, and low-fat frozen yogurt or kefir. It's also low sodium and low fat, and even contains 6 grams of protein, which keeps you fuller for longer, and helps you repair muscle.
Calories: 307 calories per 1 cup of smoothie
Prep time: 10 minutes
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Beet-Apple-Ginger Juice
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Peanut-Butter-Cup Smoothie
This smoothie tastes like a candy bar, but has nowhere near the same amount of calories. Power up with this low-cholesterol and low-sodium drink absolutely guilt-free.
Calories: 201 calories per 1 cup serving
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Mango-Ginger-Strawberry Smoothie
Calories: 133 calories per serving
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Power Gulp
Calories: 110 calories per 1 cup serving
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Total Health Booster
This smoothie is full of vitamins A, B, C and E, providing fuel for your whole body. It even has anti-aging benefits! Lutein, and vitamins A and C increase collagen production, which preserves skin elasticity and firmness.
Calories: 192 calories per 1 cup serving
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Antioxidant Supreme
Did you know that blueberries can improve your memory? These powerful berries are full of antioxidants and support healthy cardiovascular function. The strawberries in the smoothie are also good for your heart, and contain more than 100% of your suggested daily intake of Vitamin C.
Calories: 151 calories per 1 cup serving
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Energy Upper
The flesh and skin of the peaches in this smoothie are full of antioxidants. Peaches also contain vitamin A, which is essential for healthy vision, and potassium, which supports heart health. The coconut water in this recipe is full of electrolytes helping keep you hydrated.
Calories: 105 calories per 1 cup serving
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Post-Workout Refueler
Sweet potato gives this juice recipe a unique (and delicious!) flavor. The almonds are a good source of protein, which is essential for post-workout muscle rebuilding. Plus this smoothie is jam packed with potassium, which balances your electrolytes and fluids.
Calories: 231 calories per 1 cup serving
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Pear-fect Smoothie
Calories: 143 calories per 1 cup serving
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Passion-Peach Smoothie
The passion fruit nectar and peaches in this smoothie gives you a sweet energy boost! Not to worry, this yummy drink has less than 100 calories, and yogurt and almond extract give it a guilt-free creamy flavor.
Calories: 99 calories per 1 cup serving
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Power Berry Smoothie
Calories: 139 calories per 1 1Ž2 cup serving
Prep time: 5 minutes
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Spiced Banana-Almond Smoothie
Calories: 310 per 1 1/2 cup serving
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Pumped-Up Smoothie
Calories: 144 calories per 1 cup serving
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Smoothie With Benefits
Calories: 257 calories per 1 1/2 cup serving
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Spring Salad Smoothie
Calories: 270 calories per 1 cup serving
Prep time: 15 minutes
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Wake-Up Smoothie
This smoothie provides a morning energy boost with a jolt of caffeine. Studies show that caffeine has numerous health benefits, including fighting off depression and supporting heart health. This drink also contains a generous 10-gram serving of protein, keeping you satisfied all morning.
Calories: 260 calories per 1 1/4 cup serving
Prep time: 10 minutes
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Blackberry-Banana Slim-Down Smoothie
The blackberries in this smoothie contain powerful antioxidants which help fight off disease. It also contains banana, giving you a good dose of potassium, which helps rehydrate your body after a workout.
Calories: 250 calories per 2 cup serving
Prep time: 10 minutes
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Pineapple-Green-Apple Juice
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Belly-Balance Smoothie
Calories: 159 calories per 8 ounce serving
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Fuzzy-Navel Smoothie
Calories: 231 calories per 1 cup serving
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Spiced green tea smoothie
Here's another way to sip healthy green tea: as a smoothie! Pair this sweet and spicy drink with a few ounces of lean protein—some sliced turkey, for example—for a complete afternoon snack.
One serving will get you 3 grams of fiber (thanks to its secret ingredient, pear!). Plus, it contains cayenne pepper, which may help curb appetite and give your metabolism a boost.
Calories: 82 calories per half-cup serving
Prep time: 5 minutes
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